No information about a specific job, but my University (3-3 load, regional school) has about 70 applications and we've been advertising for about 2-3 weeks. Not sure if that number is higher or lower than you expected, but thought you might be interested in some actual data.

James Mason? Are you referring to JMU (not hiring) or is this someone affiliated with the Marist query above (name is not listed as a faculty member or the dean supervising the Marist search)? Perhaps it is merely pining for the late, great actor...

Reed has a short list for its IR search. Source: Rejection email from the chair. Note that this line is distinct from the environmental politics position that was filled earlier. According to the email, approximately 300 people applied for the gig.

The Department of Political Studies at Queen’s University (www.queensu.ca/politics) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in International Relations (specialization open). This position is subject to budgetary approval. Applicants should have a completed Ph.D. or include a statement from their supervisor attesting that they will have defended their PhD Thesis by January 1, 2012. We will give preference to applicants who show evidence of potential excellence in teaching and research, and who complement the existing research and teaching strengths of the Department. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. The academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University which is posted at www.queensu.ca/vpac/FacultyRelations/CollectiveAgreements.html. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants must submit a current c.v., a writing sample, indicate their teaching and research interests, and arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to: Janet Hiebert, Head of Department of Political Studies, Room C321 Mackintosh-Corry Hall, 99 University Ave., Kingston ON K7L 3N6. The Department will begin reviewing applications July 31, 2011. The starting date for the position will be January 1, 2012.

Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University

Associate Professors/Assistant Professors positions in the following specializations:

-Terrorism and Internal ConflictApplicants are expected to be scholars whose research focuses on the analysis of political violence, terrorism and internal conflict. The successful candidate is also expected to be able to manage a team of research analysts, provide research direction, conduct threat analysis, as well as publish and vet papers on political violence, terrorism and internal conflict.

-International Political EconomyApplicants are expected to have a research interest in the economic aspects of regionalism in East and Southeast Asia who could join the school’s Multilateralism and Regionalism Programme and/or International Political Economy Programme. He or she should also have an interest in Finance and be able to teach an introductory quantitative methods course in the School’s Master of Science Programme.

-US Foreign PolicyApplicants should possess a good understanding of the foreign, military and broad security policies of the United States. The successful candidate is expected to conduct and publish research on foreign and security policies/strategies of the United States, especially towards Asia, teach graduate level courses in these areas, and interact with policy-makers in subjects related to United States diplomacy, security strategy and history.

-South AsiaApplicants are expected to have a good understanding of the external and domestic dynamics that impact on security and foreign policy issues in South Asia. They are also expected to develop courses on the international relations of South Asia, India's foreign/security policy, and South Asian comparative politics.

Successful applicants will teach up to two courses in the School's Master of Science Programmes. A relevant PhD and a good publication record are therefore essential requirements. Applicants are also expected to contribute to the School's research agenda, contribute to team research and policy-oriented projects, teach in short executive programmes, and organize conferences and seminars. Experience in policy-relevant research and publication would be useful.

Initial appointments are for three years, which are renewable, subject to mutual agreement. Those with the appropriate qualifications and experience may be appointed at the Associate Professor level.